1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Abarth 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |