1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100.
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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1100 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
