1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 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 Fiat 850 (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
