1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |
