1962 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 504 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobra | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
