1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
