1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara (212 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1500 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
