1973 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2020 mm |
