2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 31 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 435 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
