1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 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 16 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 45 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, 1969 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, 1969 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 850 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |