1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 47 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 339 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, 2011 Suzuki Alto, 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, 2011 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11:01 |
| 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2360 mm |
