1974 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 811 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Suzuki Fronte | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Suzuki | Bitter |
| Model | Fronte | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2968 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
