1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | XJR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
