1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara II | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2020 mm |
