2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Sedici | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
