1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 20 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 140 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
