1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 F-Type (543 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-Type | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
