1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 462 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | MK II |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |