1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
Make | Alpine | Jeep |
Model | A 106 | CJ2A |
Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 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 | 550 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |