1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2752 mm |
