1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1965 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tipo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
