1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1218 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2010 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
