1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fiat 1200 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model 1200 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 210 HP
Torque 81 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 78 L


 

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