1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, both 1972 Innocenti Mini and 1972 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 192 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Innocenti Mini 1972 Suzuki Fronte
Make Innocenti Suzuki
Model Mini Fronte
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1275 cc 356 cc
Horse Power 70 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 43 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 672 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 3060 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2020 mm