1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 580 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
