1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1949 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1949 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
