1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tipo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |
