1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 500 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |