1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1959 Abarth 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 600 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
