1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Mazda 1000 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 210 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 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2060 mm |
