1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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 Type S (300 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
