1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulietta | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3170 mm |
