1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Spider | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |