1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Station Wagon | Idea |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
