1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1965 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MK II | 164 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
