1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 433 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | CJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
