1970 Seat 124 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 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, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2060 mm |
