2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1966 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1966 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Panda | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |
