1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1154 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.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
