1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1020 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
