1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
