1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
