1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1200S weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1200S 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 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1967 Simca 1200S (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200S | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
