2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 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), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 522 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
