1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 126 | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
