1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 18 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
