1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 748 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1200 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
