1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1969 Jaguar 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 770 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 1300 | 240 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 54 L |