1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 315 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
