1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 750 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2380 mm |
