1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Jeep MB weights approximately 42 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | MB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
