1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
