1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 81 L |
