2005 Saturn ION vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 764 kg more than 1973 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | ION | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
