1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 310 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2060 mm |
