1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 700 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2197 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 | 69 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
