1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
