1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1970 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1970 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 595 | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
