1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 717 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 155 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1757 kg |
