1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Junior | CJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |
