1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 903 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | 420G |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 90 L |
