1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
