1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 579 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Vega | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
