1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 880 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
