2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |
