1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 846 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 2013 Jaguar XK
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model Giulietta XK
Year Released 1956 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1290 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 166 km/hour 250 km/hour
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 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4794 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1322 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2752 mm


 

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