1963 Seat 1400 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 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 520 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, 1963 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Seat 1400 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
