1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1147 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2880 mm |
