1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 960 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1000 | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
