1994 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
