1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 529 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
