1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 126 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 126 | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |