1974 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 245 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, 1999 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Fronte | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
