1965 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 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 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Suzuki Fronte | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2340 mm |
