1963 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Suzuki Fronte | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Fronte | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
