1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1212 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
