1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 267 kg more than 1956 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 II (195 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1400 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
