1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Dino | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
