1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 226 kg more than 1965 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
