1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 63 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Jeepster | 159 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |