1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
