1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | XK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
