1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3170 mm |
