1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | CJ |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
