1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 634 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 145 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
