2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
