1953 Alvis TC vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 955 kg more than 1972 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alvis | Suzuki |
| Model | TC | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
