1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1957 Abarth 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 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 36 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
