1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | CJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |
