1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 426 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
