2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 724 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fusion | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
