1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | 164 | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |