2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3060 mm |
