1968 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 30 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Suzuki Fronte | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
