1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 1042 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.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
