1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 166 | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |