1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II 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 58 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 636 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar MK II 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 1966 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | MK II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
