1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 142 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulietta | XK |
Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |