1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 314 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | 2600 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |