1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 228 kg more than 1973 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 Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprite | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
