1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Familia | Fronte |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2160 mm |