1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 42 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 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Duna | CJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |
