1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1996 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 126 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
