1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 960 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
