1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 41 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 1079 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
