1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | Monomille | XJS |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |