1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Nuvola | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2423 mm |
