1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 364 kg more than 1973 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 Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charmant | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
