1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1960 Abarth 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |