1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1015 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2060 mm |
