1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1960 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 561 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1953 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
