1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 24 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Alfasud | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |