1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth Monomille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Because 1961 Abarth Monomille 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 1961 Abarth Monomille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Monomille | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 560 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
