1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 17 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Jaguar |
| Model | Bianchina | MK V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
