1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 646 kg more than 1965 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zephyr | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
