1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1140 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 XK
Make Abarth Jaguar
Model 850 XK
Year Released 1959 2013
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 847 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 250 km/hour
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 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4794 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1322 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2752 mm