2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |
