2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 815 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
