1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
