1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 2300 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |