1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 245 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charmant | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
