1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 124 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
