1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 429 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
