1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 500 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
