1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3170 mm |
