1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | Mono 1000 | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 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 | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |