1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 145 | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
