1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte 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 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | Horizon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
