1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 843 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XJS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
