1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 4 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 680 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2060 mm |
