1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
