1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
