1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CJ2 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |