1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2002 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1800 | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
