1978 Simca 1307 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1973 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 Simca 1307 (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1307 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1307 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
