1979 Buick Century vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 16 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 930 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Century | Fronte |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |