1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 67 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baleno | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
