1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 708 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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Suzuki Fronte | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Suzuki | Seat |
Model | Fronte | Altea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |