1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 274 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.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprite | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
