1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Junior | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
