1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2007 Jaguar XKR
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model Giulietta XKR
Year Released 1984 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 170 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 71 L