1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1988 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat 126 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 126 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |