1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 99 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | MB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
