1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
