1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
