1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 746 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 33 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
