1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
