2003 Opel Signum vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1974 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 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
