1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 26 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 1554 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Fronte | Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1948 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2660 mm |
