1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 500 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 1000 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |