2007 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 600 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 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
