1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1968 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1968 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, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 35 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |
