2007 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 691 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 Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
