2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ducato | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2060 mm |
