1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 1600 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3060 mm |