2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 657 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 77 L |
