1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 870 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Croma | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2060 mm |
