1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1967 Simca 1501 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 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 518 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 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1501 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Simca | Suzuki |
Model | 1501 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1473 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |