1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 841 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 34 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
