1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 750 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
