1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Jeep MB weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1943 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | MB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
