1957 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
