2003 Acura EL vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 32 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | EL | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1970 mm |
