1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 78 L |
