2004 Opel Signum vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 900 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, 2004 Opel Signum (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
