1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 799 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 131 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
