1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 860 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 126 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 126 | 240 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 54 L |