1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1565 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 |
