1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 37 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Vivace | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2060 mm |
