1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini weights approximately 115 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, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2040 mm |
