1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 500 (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Suzuki Light weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Suzuki Light (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Suzuki Light will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Light |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
