1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Compass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
