1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 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 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
