1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
