1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 901 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1100 | XF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 69 L |
