2000 Rover 45 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
