1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 790 kg more than 1976 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 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi SST | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | SST | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2020 mm |
