1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Berline | Reno |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |