1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 38 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 71 L |
