1986 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 355 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
