1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 672 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Alfetta | XJR |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 81 L |
