1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 3 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 124 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 2400 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
