2010 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Kizashi would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Kizashi | 500 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
