1945 Austin 16 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1965 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
