1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |