1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1320 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |
