1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 82 L |
