1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1962 Jaguar MK II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 917 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
