2001 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 680 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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
