1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1054 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |
