1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 786 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 74 L |
