1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | CJ5 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |
