1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
