1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XJS | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |