1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Ford Cortina is newer by 6 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), 1979 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Cortina weights approximately 514 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, 1979 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
