1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1960 kg more than 1969 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 1970 mm |
