1987 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 355 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
