1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600.
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 XJ6 (299 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
