1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 46 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 991 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
