2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1971 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Cooper | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
