1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 267 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfasud | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |