1972 Seat 1430 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1430 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 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 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 1430 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1430 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
