1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 128 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
