1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 600 | Equator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |