1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
