1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (128 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1155 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.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 500 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 66 L |