1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 868 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1100 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |
