1967 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Suzuki Fronte | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Celica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
