1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 41 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2770 mm |
