1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1971 Jeep CJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 118 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1971 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, 1971 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | CJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2060 mm |
