1969 Honda S800 vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 789 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S800 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1969 Honda S800 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S800 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
