1971 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Suzuki Fronte | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
