1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 532 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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 | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
