1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XK | 166 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.6 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |