1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 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 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1400 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Quattroporte | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |
