1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 130 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
