1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 815 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |