1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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.
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1949 Fiat 1500 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 1500 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |