1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 545 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, 1963 Fiat 1600 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1600 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
