2009 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 820 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
