1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2909 mm |
