1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 795 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 77 L |
