1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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 93 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 69 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jeepster | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
