1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 92 kg more than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1949 Jaguar MK V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK V | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
