1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 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 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 306 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 306 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2020 mm |
