1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 15 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 545 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Concerto | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
