1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Berline | Baleno |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |