1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zephyr | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
