1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Toyota Paseo is newer by 24 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 434 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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2390 mm |
