1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 39 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | 156 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |