1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 42 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 890 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 965 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulietta | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |