1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1100 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |