1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 546 kg more than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 6C | Compass |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |
