1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 964 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
