2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 399 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
