1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
