1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 1070 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Kappa | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
