1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 214 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
