1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 44 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 927 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |