1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Jaguar Type S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 626 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 1900 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
