1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 708 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
