1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 399 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, 1980 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Fronte | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1290 cc |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2410 mm |