1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1957 Abarth 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1957 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |