1971 Rover P5B vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Rover P5B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1963 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 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P5B | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2060 mm |
