1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 694 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 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 121 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1970 mm |
