1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 45 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1410 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
