1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 40 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
