1974 Renault 12 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 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 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
