1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1000 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2909 mm |
