2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1973 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i30 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
