1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | Compass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
