1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 51 L |
