1971 Renault 15 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 56 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 475 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, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
