1971 Honda Life vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 785 cc, 1966 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Suzuki Fronte (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
