2000 Ford Contour vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 914 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Contour | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
