1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 50 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
