2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
