2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1953 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Grande Punto | CJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
