1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 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 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 605 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2020 mm |
