2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | CJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| 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 | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |
