1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 124 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
