2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 795 kg more than 1971 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 Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
