1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3040 mm |
