1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 516 kg more than 1974 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 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2020 mm |
