1990 Ford Orion vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 534 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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
