1959 Abarth 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 750 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 750 2012 Suzuki Equator
Make Abarth Suzuki
Model 750 Equator
Year Released 1959 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 80 L