2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 271 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Smart | Suzuki |
Model | ForTwo | Fronte |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |