1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 910 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 2011 Jaguar XK 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. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1100 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
