2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 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 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
