1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
