1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | Virage | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
