2009 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 775 kg more than 1976 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
