1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
