1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 126 | 240 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |