1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 435 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 272 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 81 L |
