1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
