1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1971 Jeep CJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 462 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 700 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2199 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 | 1032 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 |
