1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 106 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |
