1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 664 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Impreza | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2020 mm |
