1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 51 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 885 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
