1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 569 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Suzuki Fronte (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
