1971 Renault 15 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
