1970 Saab 99 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 584 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, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Saab 99 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 99 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
