1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 742 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
