2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 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), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 465 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
