1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1500 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
