1966 Fiat OT vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | OT | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
