1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 624 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 2200 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 234 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 | 1060 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
