1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty 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 Liberty (319 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1500 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
