1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 2600 | MB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
