1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | 1100 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |