1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 504 kg more than 1953 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
