1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 735 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulietta | XJS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |