1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Fiat 133 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Fiat Jeep
Model 133 Station Wagon
Year Released 1978 1950
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 842 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 33 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2650 mm