1978 Renault 4 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
