1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP) has 490 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1508 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
