1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Today weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1972 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1972 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Fronte | Today |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
