1955 Ford Popular vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Popular weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Popular | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
