1973 Skoda 1202 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Skoda 1202 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 625 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.
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 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 1202 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1202 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 56 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2020 mm |
