1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 64 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 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mark IV | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2634 mm |
