1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 898 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Light |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
