1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS

To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 866 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 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 1992 Jaguar XJS
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model Giulietta XJS
Year Released 1956 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3650 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 864 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 90 L


 

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