1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 126 (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 126 weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1979 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 126 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
