1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 56 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 135 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto, 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
