1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | Type S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
