1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1190 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 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2800 mm |
