1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1966 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Jeep MB (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Jeep MB weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1943 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | MB |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
