1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2000 Suzuki XL6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki XL6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki XL6 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki XL6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki XL6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Suzuki XL6 (218 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Suzuki XL6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2000 Suzuki XL6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki XL6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | XL6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
