1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
