1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 867 kg more than 1961 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | MK V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 63 L |
