1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
