1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 2000 | MB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
