1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Cabriolet Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1961 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2130 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2160 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 78 L


 

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