2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 848 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
