1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fiesta | Fronte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 355 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |