2005 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
