1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 699 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
