1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 685 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, 1957 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
