2001 Rover 25 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 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 1,119 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 25 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 485 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 Rover 25 (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
