1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin is newer by 49 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Twin (42 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Twin |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 21 L |
