1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 850 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 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 850 (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
