1969 Simca 1501 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Simca 1501 is newer by 6 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 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 496 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1501 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
