1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Punto | CJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
