2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 580 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Cooper | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
