1989 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
