1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 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), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1084 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1720 kg |
| 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 | 70 L |
