1978 Citroen LN vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 29 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 68 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1978 Citroen LN, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | LN | MK V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
