1966 Honda S600 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1966 Honda S600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 606 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Honda S600 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 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, 1966 Honda S600 (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S600 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
