1954 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1974 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | 40 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 480 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2020 mm |
