1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1600 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
