1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 18 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Festiva | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2160 mm |
