1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |