1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 126 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1953 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, 1953 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | CJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
