2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedici | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
