1970 Simca 1200S 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 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 310 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 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1200S | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200S | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
