1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
