1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
