2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Stavic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
