2002 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 752 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 30 L |
