1970 Riley 4 vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Riley 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Riley | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
