1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 804 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XJS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
