1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
