1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 919 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| 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 | 52 HP | 294 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3040 mm |
