1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 486 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 124 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
