1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 35 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1085 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 525 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
