1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 832 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
