2008 Rover 75 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 34 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 1105 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
