1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2380 mm |
