1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 969 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 480 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 51 L |
