1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 49 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), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 508 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.

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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2010 Jeep Commander
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Cabriolet Commander
Year Released 1961 2010
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 305 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3950 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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