1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 724 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 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
