1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
