1998 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 646 kg more than 1963 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 Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Fronte |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |