2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Opirus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2020 mm |
