1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
