1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 190 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 30 L |
