1976 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 1080 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Fronte | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
