2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 330 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Exige | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
