1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 106 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 30 L |
