1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1954 Fiat 1400 is newer by 2 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 119 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
