1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 2600 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1948 |
| 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 | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
