2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 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. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 673 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
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, 1946 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
