1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 600 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
