1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
