1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Lada 1200 is newer by 8 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 188 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.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 1976 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1976 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 66 L |
