1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 739 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3040 mm |
