1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 566 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Alfasud | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
