1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1977 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 1200 | Cervo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |