2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 29 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 255 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, 2003 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
