1971 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1204 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Suzuki Fronte | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
