1985 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 12 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 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 325 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, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SJ 410 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
