1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 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 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 33 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 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 |
