1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1185 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3032 mm |