1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Berline | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
