1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
