1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Giulietta | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |