1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1988 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Suzuki Fronte (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat 126 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
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, 1988 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat 126 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 126 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 52 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.2:1 |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |