1986 Renault Alpine vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 23 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 682 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Alpine | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2060 mm |
