1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 145 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
