1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 500 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | XJS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 82 L |