1981 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2060 mm |
