1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, both 1955 Alpine A 106 and 1955 Jeep CJ5 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Alpine | Jeep |
Model | A 106 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2060 mm |