1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulietta | MK X |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |