1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is newer by 7 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 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 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 | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1000 mm |
