1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mark IV | 146 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2550 mm |
