1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1127 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1100 | XJS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |