1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
