1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3170 mm |
