1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
