1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
