1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 110 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2060 mm |
