1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
