1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 13 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1965 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 127 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2250 mm |
