1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 126 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
