1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1971 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | 500 | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |