1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 81 L |
