1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 36 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti Mini, 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 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
