1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 26 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 17 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 552 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Austin 1800, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 1800 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
