1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar MK V (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar MK V | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | MK V | Flavia |
Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |