1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 941 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
