1995 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 635 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
