2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 456 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 130 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
