2001 Smart Roadster vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart Roadster weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart Roadster | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
