1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
