1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
