2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Patriot | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |