2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Seicento | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2060 mm |
