1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
