2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 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 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForTwo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
