1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 15 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 373 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprint | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
