1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 615 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.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
