1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
