1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1963 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 904 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Chevrolet Corvette 1963 Suzuki Fronte
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Corvette Fronte
Year Released 1958 1963
Engine Size 4637 cc 358 cc
Horse Power 227 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1404 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2060 mm


 

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