1964 Abarth 2000 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 2000 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 2000 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Abarth 2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 2000 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 2000 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2740 mm |
