1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Abarth 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1981 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
