1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 814 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 1300 | MK II |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |