1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1952 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1952 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 33 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
