1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 33 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |
