1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 168 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
