1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 940 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | XJS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
