1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 34 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
