2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 805 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
