1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 600 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
