1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Cabriolet | CJ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2060 mm |
