2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (63 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 421 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 Smart ForFour (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForFour | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
