1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki 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 Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | Coupe | Vitara |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |