1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Studebaker | Suzuki |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
