2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 488 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
