2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
