1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | XK |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2752 mm |