1957 Ford Consul vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1963 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
