1967 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 764 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 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zephyr | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2020 mm |
