2008 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
