1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1955 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1400 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
