1952 MG TD vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 MG TD (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG TD weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1952 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG TD | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | TD | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
