1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Satellite | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Satellite | Fronte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 1970 mm |