1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |
