1996 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 428 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ka | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
