1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 920 kg more than 1976 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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Dino | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Dino | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 30 L |
