1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 857 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | MK II |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |