1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 657 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Alfasud | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |