1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 124 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |
