1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1957 Abarth 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 750 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
