1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charmant | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
