1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Deauville | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |
