1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Mini Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mini Clubman weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 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 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Clubman | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
