1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 476 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Spider | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |