2006 Audi S3 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 885 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, 2006 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 545 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
