1968 Innocenti C vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
| Model | C | Compass |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |
