2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 449 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
