1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1965 Austin A 60 and 1965 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | A 60 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |