1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 875 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
