1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1373 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
