1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 95 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 33 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |
