1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
