1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 401 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 739 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, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 401 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 30 L |
