2004 Rover 45 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
