1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 18 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, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 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 1112 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2663 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
