2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Liberty | Hit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
