1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 795 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 126 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | 126 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |