1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep MB weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1945 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Alfasud | MB |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
