1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 972 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
