1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 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 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Suzuki Fronte (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
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, 1972 Suzuki Fronte (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
