1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1982 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 865 kg more than 1982 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
