1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 941 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 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitesse | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
