1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 901 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Fiat 1400 2004 Jeep Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model 1400 Cherokee
Year Released 1950 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 2031 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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