1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 606 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
