1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Anglia (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Anglia | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2160 mm |
