2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | X90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
