1958 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 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 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
