2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 374 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
