1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Berline | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |