1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 925 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1100 | XJS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3650 RPM |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |