1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | 164 | CJ2A |
Year Released | 1987 | 1946 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |