1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 445 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, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2060 mm |
