1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thema | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2060 mm |
