1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
