1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 618 kg more than 1959 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulietta | XJR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 377 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |