1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
