1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1963 Jaguar Type S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | Type S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |