1968 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
Model | Indy | Fronte |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |