1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | CJ | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
