1971 Jeep CJ vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1971 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jeep CJ | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CJ | 2600 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |