1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
