1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1976 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 63 L |
