1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1973 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2040 mm |
