1966 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Suzuki Fronte | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Corona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |
