1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2950 mm |
