1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Coupe | CJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
