1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
