1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 28 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, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Campagnola | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |