1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 540 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 700 | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
