1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2020 mm |
