1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 645 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Fronte |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |