1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
