1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1500 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
