1974 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 485 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 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
