1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CJ5 | 166 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |