2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
