1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 36 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 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 1995 Fiat Brava. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Brava | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
