2009 Ford Focus vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 811 kg more than 1962 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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
