1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | 850 | Commander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |