1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 785 cc (3 cylinders), 1969 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 217 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Bialbero | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 760 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 |
