1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 785 cc, 1970 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 252 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
