1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
