1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | Stola | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
