1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 51 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 905 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1100 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |