1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 2300 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
