1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125.

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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Fiat 125 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model 125 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1608 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 78 L


 

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