1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 929 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1600 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2920 mm |
