1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 969 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 25 L |