1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 872 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
